Director of Nursing

X-HRverse; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly and annual performance-based bonuses

Unlimited Work Life Balance Time Off

401(k) with 4% company match

Cell phone reimbursement

401(k) with 4% match

Company‑paid life and AD&D

Job summary

A well-established healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (RN) to lead all nursing services and clinical operations. In this full-time role, you will oversee daily operations, manage staffing levels, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate holds an active RN license and has 3–5 years of nursing leadership experience, preferably in long-term care. This position offers competitive salary and bonus potential, with the opportunity to contribute to a new facility opening in 2026.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of nursing leadership experience in long-term care.
• Proven experience with regulatory surveys.
• Willingness to provide direct patient care when needed.
• Experience with regulatory surveys and compliance processes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing department operations.
• Lead and mentor nursing staff.
• Manage staffing levels and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Serve as a hands-on leader.
• Develop and implement Plans of Correction as required.
• Respond to complaints, incidents, and sentinel events, including mandated reporting.
• Ensure accurate narcotics inventory, pharmacy coordination, and crash cart readiness.
• Maintain complete clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance.
• Serve as a hands‑on leader, including floor support and participation in on‑call rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Regulatory Compliance

Clinical Excellence

Team leadership

Physical capability

Education

Active RN license in North Carolina

Current BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Director of Nursing (RN)

A well‑established long‑term care organization seeks an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead all nursing services and clinical operations. This full‑time, exempt leadership role offers the opportunity to guide the facility through an active regulatory survey window, strengthen a developing leadership team, and play a key role in the transition to a brand‑new facility opening in early 2026. The company offers a competitive salary along with quarterly and annual bonus eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing department operations in compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff to ensure clinical excellence and accountability.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and departmental budgets.
• Direct infection control programs and oversee high‑acuity resident care.
• Lead and support regulatory surveys, audits, and inspections.
• Develop and implement Plans of Correction as required.
• Respond to complaints, incidents, and sentinel events, including mandated reporting.
• Ensure accurate narcotics inventory, pharmacy coordination, and crash cart readiness.
• Maintain complete clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance.
• Serve as a hands‑on leader, including floor support and participation in on‑call rotation.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or a compact state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification with in‑person skills assessment.
• 3–5 years of nursing leadership experience, preferably in long‑term care or skilled nursing settings.
• Proven experience with regulatory surveys and compliance processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team‑management skills.
• Ability and willingness to be on call and provide direct patient care when needed.
• Ability to meet physical job requirements, including lifting and assisting residents.

Benefits

• Eligible for quarterly and annual performance‑based bonuses.
• Unlimited Work Life Balance Time Off (after 90 days).
• Benefits eligibility beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Cell phone reimbursement up to $80 per month.
• 401(k) with 4% company match after one year.
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance starting immediately.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.